Background
No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.
With innovation at the core of all we do, every challenge starts with the same question. How can we do it better? This restless spirit runs right through McLaren Automotive. And the search for perfection is evident in everything we do.
Purpose of RolePrincipal Accountabilities
- Working on Hybrid vehicles on different build phases is required, showing the highest standards of safety, and working methods all the time.
- Build of multi-project concept/mule/prototype/production level vehicles and simulation rigs to the highest standards, using specified processes where applicable.
- Maintenance and updating of such vehicles and rigs to support the development programmes.
- Preparation and operation of such vehicles for test and development activities at multiple locations, including industry proving grounds and racing circuits.
- Two-way interaction with design and engineering staff to establish and achieve requirements, specifications, and targets.
- Interpretation of engineering drawings and instrumentation schedules to ensure safe and accurate builds, modifications, and updates.
- Maintenance and presentation of the workshop and equipment to the standards set by McLaren.
- Subject to the appropriate level of internal driving standard being achieved, the candidate may be required to drive high-value, high-performance cars in workshop, road, and testing environments.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Extensive experience in motorsport/prototype/low volume/high performance complete vehicle builds, covering the manufacture, assembly and operating of such vehicles.
- Some welding, machining and fabrication skills are preferred.
- Understanding of current automotive electrical and electronic systems to enable fault finding and repair would be advantageous.
- Experience of diagnostic platforms, especially MONaco, CANape and INCA is desirable.
- Clean driving licence & passport.
- IT literate in various packages e.g., Microsoft Office suite, Virtual Car.
Personal Attributes
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexible approach to working hours, and weekend working when required.
- Willingness to travel, working for periods away from the McLaren facility at Idiada.
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to work confidently alone or as part of a team.
- Conscientious.
- Quality driven.
- Excellent attention to detail.
Organization:
McLaren Automotive